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Arnette

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Pronounced ar-NET /ɑːrˈnɛt/Medium

Meaning: Arnette reads as a blend of Annette, the French pet form of Anne (Hebrew Hannah, 'grace, favour'), with the surname Arnett; the -ette ending marks it as a small, affectionate feminine form.Low

In 30 seconds: Arnette is a mid-century girl's name blending Annette ('grace') with the surname Arnett, said 'ar-NET'.

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Origin LowFrench, English

MeaningArnette reads as a blend of Annette, the French pet form of Anne (Hebrew Hannah, 'grace, favour'), with the surname Arnett; the -ette ending marks it as a small, affectionate feminine form.

U.S. rank (1998)#14350 ↘ Falling

1998 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1959

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,055

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Arnette joins the French diminutive -ette to an Ar- opening, reading most naturally as a cousin of Annette, itself a pet form of Anne (from Hebrew Hannah, 'grace'). The surname Arnett lends it an extra, sturdier thread.

It stayed uncommon, reaching a modest peak toward the late nineteen-fifties before slipping away. It is a grandmother-era name today and has not been part of the vintage revival.

Did you know? Its little -ette ending is the same French diminutive that gives Annette, Jeanette and Nanette their soft, affectionate sound.

Overall data confidence 50%

References — Arnette — Annette/Anne 'grace'; surname Arnett; -ette diminutive

Variations

ArnettaArnettAnnette

Nicknames

ArnieNettie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Arnette mean?

Arnette is a girl's name blending Annette, a pet form of Anne meaning 'grace', with the surname Arnett.

How do you pronounce Arnette?

It's said ar-NET /ɑːrˈnɛt/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Arnette a boy or girl name?

Arnette is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Arnette?

Arnette was always uncommon and is a genuine mid-twentieth-century rarity.